Montesano - Substitute Paraeducator

General Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Experience and knowledge working with students of all ages from preschool to high school in a school setting
• Experience and knowledge working with special needs students to include but not limited to, physical and/or mental disabilities ranging from low incidence to severe
• Experience and knowledge of supporting the learning process for students who need additional support in academic subjects
• Experience and knowledge of supporting language acquisition for students who need additional support in academic subjects required
• Adequate physical strength must be able to lift a minimum of 35 lbs up to 50lbs
• Knowledge and experience working with computers, general office equipment, and general office operations
• Demonstrated ability to safely manually handle/move/lift or transport students if necessary in a controlled or uncontrolled environment
• RBT certification preferred; RBT training and certification may be required
• Experience as braillist preferred; braillist training and certification may be required
• Bilingual Spanish required - preferred if no qualified applicants

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist student(s) with general education assignments and special needs as designated by the School Principal, Teacher, or Student Services Director
• Establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with students, staff, volunteers, and community members, maintaining confidentiality

Reports to: Building Administrator(s)